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Greta Thunberg Detained As Israel Intercepts Flotilla Bound For Gaza

Greta Thunberg Detained As Israel Intercepts Flotilla Bound For Gaza

Summary

Greta Thunberg was detained by the Israeli military after they stopped a group of boats headed for Gaza. The Israeli military reported that the boats and passengers were safely taken to an Israeli port. Thunberg and others were on a mission to break the blockade of Gaza.

Key Facts

  • Greta Thunberg was on a vessel named Alma, part of a group called the Global Sumud Flotilla.
  • The flotilla consisted of six ships that Israeli forces intercepted.
  • The Israeli military stated that the boats were safely stopped, and passengers were moved to an Israeli port.
  • A video showing Thunberg being removed from the ship was shared on social media.
  • The Global Sumud Flotilla's Instagram reported that water cannons were used against activists trying to reach Gaza.
  • The flotilla aimed to challenge the blockade imposed on Gaza.
  • News outlets have contacted both the Israeli military and the flotilla for further comments.

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